Andriyivski Uzviz Walking Tour

Take a pleasant walk down the most picturesque street in Kiev – Andreevsky Descent. You will discover all the interesting attractions of this place with your private local guide. From the St. Andrew’s Church to the Kontraktova Square – Andreevsky Descent is definitely the must-visit street in Kiev. Many museums, theatres, cafes and souvenir shops are situated there. However, what is more important is the unique atmosphere of this street.

Duration: 2 hoursPrivate walking tourDates: every day upon request

During this tour, you will:

Admire the architectural masterpiece – St. Andrew’s Church

Hear the legends and stories about famous people who lived on Andreevsky Descent

Discover the open-air souvenir market

Fell the bohemian spirit of this street

Enjoy the beautiful views of Kiev

See mysterious Richard’s Castle and M. Bulgakov Museum

Andriyivsky Descent Walking Tour, price per group from 1 to 10 persons

Tour starts from the top of Andreevsky Descent, at the foot of St. Andrew’s Church. This church, built in 1754 in the Baroque style, will impress you with its beauty. It stands on the high hill and you will see a beautiful panorama of the city. Not far from it, there is a nice monument to the characters of the “After two hares” movie. You can make a wish, then rub the ring on the woman’s finger and it will come true.

Walking down the street, you will see a lot of street vendors, who sell souvenirs, paintings and handmade goods. The atmosphere of this neighborhood is always festive, especially on weekends. You will hear many stories about the buildings and the people who lived there.

You will see an elegant Richard’s Castle, built in XIX century in Gothic style, and uncover its history. Then your guide will show the house №13, where the Museum of M. Bulgakov is situated. The writer lived in this building and later described it in his novels. There is a monument to the writer, sitting on a bench, right near the museum.

You can also climb a steep stairs and reach a Castle Hill. There is a beautiful panorama of Vozdvizhenka Street on the one side and of the Dnieper River on the other. In your free time, you can visit a “One street Museum” or M. Bulgakov Museum, take a cup of coffee in cozy café and relax.

No visit to Kiev is complete without taking this fascinating walking tour of the Andreevsky Descent.